OVERVIEW

Better Together works to end the root causes of poverty, dependency, divorce and child abuse by leveraging the power of the local church to provide struggling families with supportive relationships and meaningful work. Once properly supported, families can achieve independence, stay together and thrive.  

The Vice President of Development serves as a strategic fundraising leader responsible for driving revenue growth, strengthening donor engagement, expanding strategic partnerships, and supporting major gift development in partnership with the CEO. This role provides leadership across fundraising strategy, regional development performance, and donor growth while helping position the organization for continued statewide and national expansion.

CULTURE AND FIT

At Better Together, we are a mission-first team that shows up with purpose, humility, and grit. Our culture is shaped by five core values that guide how we lead, how we serve, and how we grow. If these values reflect who you are and how you work, you may be a great fit for our team.

1. We Love Others: We lead with empathy, humility, and integrity. We treat every person with dignity, make people feel seen and valued, and do what’s right even when it’s hard.
   1. Do you treat people with respect, no matter their background or behavior?
   2. Do you make decisions based on what’s best for others, not just yourself?
2. We Choose Gratitude: Gratitude fuels our joy and shapes how we show up. We focus on what’s possible, not what’s missing. We uplift others, celebrate progress, and keep perspective—even in the tough seasons.
   1. Do you stay positive and solutions-focused when challenges arise?
   2. Do you regularly speak encouragement and appreciation to your teammates?
3. We Are Ideal Team Players: We are hungry, humble, and people-smart. We take initiative, lift others up, and work wisely with all kinds of people. The best teams aren’t made of perfect people—they’re made of teachable ones.
   1. Do you take ownership and go the extra mile without being asked?
   2. Are you open to feedback and constantly looking for ways to grow?
4. We Do Hard Things: We don’t quit when things get hard. We press in with courage, keep a growth mindset, and do whatever it takes to get the job done. We don’t waste time on drama—we stay focused on the mission.
   1. Do you rise to challenges with resilience and a clear head?
   2. Do you consistently push through discomfort to deliver results?
5. We’re All In: We carry the mission in our hearts and act like owners. We take full responsibility, build capacity in ourselves and others, and do the work that matters most.
   1. Are you passionate about transforming lives and communities through your work?
   2. Do you take initiative and show up fully—because you believe this mission is worth it?

We don’t hire just for talent. We hire for alignment, character, and commitment to the mission. Expect honest conversations about these values throughout the hiring process.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The VP of Development will have four primary roles, broken down into key responsibilities. They are:

Revenue Strategy & Organizational Growth

• Sets annual and multi-year fundraising strategy in partnership with the CEO
• Drives organization-wide revenue growth across individual, foundation, corporate, church, and strategic partnership channels
• Identifies opportunities to expand donor acquisition, partnerships, and long-term revenue streams
• Provides strategic oversight of fundraising performance, pipeline growth, and revenue forecasting
• Aligns fundraising priorities with organizational goals and expansion efforts
• Ensures the development function remains growth-oriented, scalable, and mission-aligned.

Major Donor Engagement & External Leadership

• Supports the CEO in cultivation and closing of major and transformational gifts
• Builds relationships with high-capacity donors, foundations, corporate leaders, and strategic partners
• Represents the organization in high-level philanthropic, business, and community environments
• Serves as a strategic partner in advancing key donor relationships and funding opportunities
• Expands visibility and influence within top-tier donor and philanthropic networks
• Helps position the organization as a recognized leader in family strengthening, prevention, and community impact

Regional Fundraising Leadership & Donor Growth

• Drives organization-wide donor acquisition and regional fundraising growth
• Coaches Regional Executive Directors on donor strategy, relationship development, and major gift cultivation
• Supports regional teams in strengthening donor pipelines and increasing conversion
• Identifies barriers impacting fundraising growth and works cross-functionally to solve them
• Strengthens accountability and performance across regional fundraising efforts
• Supports execution of major campaigns, events, and strategic funding initiatives

Leadership, Collaboration & Team Development

• Leads and develops a high-performing development team focused on growth, accountability, and execution
• Partners closely with development operations, marketing, finance, and program leadership to strengthen fundraising effectiveness
• Builds fundraising leadership capacity across regions and departments
• Fosters strong communication, alignment, and collaboration across the organization
• Helps build the infrastructure and talent needed to support continued statewide and national growth

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 7–10 years of experience in nonprofit development operations, data management, or a related field
• Proven experience managing high-performing teams with clear accountability systems
• Demonstrated ability to build, scale, and optimize development systems and infrastructure
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to data integrity—mistakes in this role have significant impact
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and surface actionable insights
• Excellent organizational, project management, and communication skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with a high sense of urgency
• Proficient in Salesforce (required); experience with Zapier, WordPress, Basecamp, and Google Workspace preferred
• Must live in Southwest Florida (Includes: Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Glades, Hendry, Lee, Manatee, Sarasota Counties)
• Match Better Together’s core values (described above)

TIMING, LOCATION AND COMPENSATION

Better Together seeks to fill this position as soon as possible. The organization’s headquarters are in Naples, Florida, but all the Better Together staff reside in Florida. Better Together has built a highly successful work culture over the past decade with systems and structures designed for clarity, flexibility, and great communication. Key elements of the environment include:

• Weekly team meetings with clear accountability and the opportunity to solve issues as a team. 
• Quarterly in-person team meetings at which you’ll build deeper relationships, set clear goals aligned with the Better Together vision, and brainstorm how to seize new opportunities
• An intensive 90-day orientation to familiarize you with the Better Together team, our policies, and how we operate
• Home office setup, including equipment and communication tools you need to hit the ground running

Compensation and Benefits: 

Better Together also offers a generous compensation and benefits package. Our benefits package includes:

• Medical (99% employer paid, employee only)
• Dental 
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time off
• Retirement Savings Plan with 50/50 employer match up to 6%

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